Piercing Facts
Fast facts on infected tragus piercings: When a person gets a piercing , they essentially have an open wound. Infections develop when viruses, bacteria, fungi, or other microbes enter a person's body. Treatment options vary according to the severity of the infection. Why is it susceptible to infection? A tragus piercing is particularly to infection while healing. Any piercing results in an open wound, which can take around 6 to 8 weeks to heal. However, cartilage piercings, such as the tragus, can take much longer. Many of the symptoms of infection appear as a result of the body's natural defense system trying to fight it off. There are many reasons why an infection might develop: Hygiene : Touching the wound with hands or instruments that are not clean and sterile may transfer bacteria to the piercing , which can lead to an infection. Lack of oxygen : Earrings that have been put on too tightly and have not left enough room for the wound to bre